This album was released on May 7, 2020, exactly 40 years from the day of its original release. This record had been out of print since its first and only prior vinyl pressing in 1980. This vinyl reissue is a limited edition collectible pressing and here are the unique features of this release:
*Hand numbered limited edition of 500 copies
*180 gram red vinyl
*Personally autographed by Skafish
*Meticulously remastered for vinyl
*Includes the bonus track Sink or Swim
*Includes a unique, collectible digital download card (lossless quality)
*Purchase also includes immediate high quality digital download via Bandcamp
*All new artwork design includes restored original cover
*Redesigned inner sleeve includes complete lyrics with photos
*Pressed and manufactured to the highest industry standards by Smashed Plastic Pressing in Chicago
PERSONALIZATION:
This album is only sold with a personalized autograph. When you choose the Buy Record/Vinyl option to make your purchase, click on Include a message to Skafish. Then, make sure to indicate your name and the inscription you would like.
You will be given the lowest numbered copy available at the time of your purchase.
SHIPPING NOTE:
Album ships in a substantial cardboard LP mailer with 2 cardboard inserts to protect this collectible. Price reflects Priority Shipping in the US and International First Class for other areas of the world.
TRACK LISTINGS:
SIDE A
1. INTRODUCTION :33
2. JOAN FAN CLUB 3:29
3. MAYBE ONE TIME 2:54
4. OBSESSIONS OF YOU 2:56
5. WE'LL SEE A PSYCHIATRIST 3:29
6. ROMANTIC LESSONS 3:39
7. SINK OR SWIM (Bonus Track) 3:57
Time: 21:01
SIDE B
1. WORK SONG 3:47
2. GUARDIAN ANGEL 4:16
3. DISGRACING THE FAMILY NAME 3:33
4. NO LIBERATION HERE 4:49
5. TAKE IT OUT ON YOU 3:16
Time: 19:44
Total Album Time: 40:45
Includes unlimited streaming of SKAFISH (Remastered Reissue)
via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
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edition of 500
$40USDor more
Compact Disc (CD) + Digital Album
The digipack CD package includes the restored album cover, photos (circa 1979), a 16 page booklet that contains every lyric (both sung and spoken), along with the original and reissue credits.
Includes unlimited streaming of SKAFISH (Remastered Reissue)
via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
ships out within 5 days
$15USDor more
Compact Disc (CD) + Digital Album
The digipack CD package includes the restored album cover, photos (circa 1979), a 16 page booklet that contains every lyric (both sung and spoken), along with the original and reissue credits, personally autographed by Skafish.
Please indicate how you would like this personalized (name, message).
Includes unlimited streaming of SKAFISH (Remastered Reissue)
via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
ships out within 5 days
$25USDor more
Streaming + Download
Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
11" x 17" limited edition poster, personally autographed by Skafish, shipped in a sturdy poster container.
Please indicate how you would like this personalized (name, message).
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$10USDor more
T-Shirt/Apparel
Black t-shirt with full-color album cover on front. Sizes available are S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL. The shirts are Gildan 5000 Heavy 100% preshrunk cotton. T-shirt comes in a plastic bag.
First run, limited quantities. This is a pre-order and starts shipping on November 29, 2019.
In stunning contrast, Romantic Lessons is a vulnerable doo-wop styled ballad. The uniqueness of no chorus or repetition in the lyrics allows the piece to be experienced as if one is reading a linear storyline. Not until the very end is the title introduced in the song’s final seconds.
lyrics
Walking slowly through the park
Holding hands
I see a boy and a girl
Beauty glows in their eyes
All day I will follow them
But don't run from me
I’m not a thief
I won't take anything
I won't harm you
You're teaching me
What love should be
I will try and learn
Learn a lesson every day
About love
The pain remains in my heart
Late at night, I’m alone
I sit and dream about love
But I always knew
Love was for two
Something hurts in my soul
It is throbbing
I want to learn
I will observe
You won’t know I’m there
I watch you kiss
I sense the bliss
Of hearts entranced by love
I watch you to learn
How your love flows with ease
And without strain
l can’t believe
(doubt it, doubt it, doubt it, doubt it,)
No love for me
(doubt it, doubt it, doubt it, doubt it,)
I try hard every day
(doubt it, doubt it, doubt it, doubt it, doubt it,)
To be hopeful
(doubt it, doubt it, doubt it,)
Time passes fast
(doubt it, doubt it, doubt it, doubt it,)
Lessons can last
(doubt it, doubt it, doubt it, doubt it,)
All throughout my life
(doubt it, doubt it, doubt it, doubt it)
And the time may never come
(ooh,)
When I know love will grow in my life
(ooh, ooh, ooh,)
Instead of teaching me painful lessons
(ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh,)
Every day I watch one kiss
(ooh, ooh, ooh,)
So wonderful to see
(ooh, ooh,)
But not for me
(ooh,)
It's out of reach
(ooh, ooh)
Romantic lessons every day
Ooh ah
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